1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (237 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | M |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2915 mm |
